To prosper, to increase, or growth
Derived from the Arabic root 'zada', meaning to increase or to grow. It is a significant name in Islamic history, notably borne by Zayd ibn Harithah, the adopted son of the Prophet Muhammad. It conveys a sense of abundance and progress.
About 442 boys were named Zayd in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Companion and adopted son of the Prophet Muhammad
Prominent early Islamic figure known for his bravery
Influential American Muslim scholar and co-founder of Zaytuna College
The same feel as Zayd — far less common.
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